Famous quotes by MS Dhoni - What he said, really meant and definitely did not

A humorous article that tries to find out what MS Dhoni truly meant when he made some of his famous quotes during press-conferences.

MS Dhoni, who is arguably India’s most successful captain having won two World Cups and a Champions Trophy, has always been a delight for the fans both on and off the field. The wicketkeeper-batsman who retired from Test cricket in late 2014 is brilliant when it comes to making witty quips during post-match press conferences. Dhoni is someone who certainly possesses the gift of the gab and has stumped media on various occasions with his quick-witted remarks.

So we, at SportsKeeda, decided to have some fun and deciphered what some of Dhoni’s famous statements actually meant, and what they certainly did not.

On handling the hopes of 1.2 billion people.

What he said

"It's like having 100kg put over you. After that even if you put a mountain, it will not make a difference."

What he truly meant

My hair is already white, and it's not getting more whiter than this.

What he definitely didn’t

I can carry Ramesh Powar and Inzamam-ul-Haq on my back at the same time.

On his priorities in life.

What he said:

“I love my country and tell my wife she is only the third most important thing after India and my parents, in that order.”

What he truly meant

Sakshi will have to forego another exotic vacation this year.

What he definitely didn’t

I am dating Jonty Rhodes' daughter.

On players hiding injuries.

What he said

“If you are not 100 percent fit and not at your best [and still play], it’s cheating”

What he truly meant

My players should tell me if they aren't fit so that I can replace them with someone else, even though none of it would make a difference, and I'll have to score all the runs.

What he definitely didn’t

Ashish Nehra cheats in all the matches he plays

On growing old.

What he said

"Now when I look at the mirror, I can see a lot of gray beard!"

What he truly meant

It's time for Virat to stop acting like a spoilt brat and become more responsible.

What he definitely didn’t

It's time to visit Dr. Batras.

When the senior players made way for youngsters for the tri-series in Australia in 2008